To import DWG data

Import two-dimensional line data with elevation from AutoCAD files. You cannot import blocks. Only the geometry is imported.

Note: For working between InfraWorks 360 and AutoCAD Civil 3D, we recommend using the enhanced data exchange workflow. See About exchanging data with AutoCAD Civil 3D.

To import DWG data:

1. Follow the general import instructions.
2. On the Data Source Configuration screen, on the Common tab, specify the type of data represented by the DWG geometry.
3. Map the DWG properties to the attributes that appear when you specify the type.

   You can indicate that lineweight represents a particular attribute, such as pipe size. You can also indicate the elevation of the lines (if applicable) by mapping to an attribute or using an expression.

   You cannot map a rule directly to an AutoCAD line property. Instead, use a style rule. For example, if you map the Type attribute to lineweight or color, you can then specify a style that maps to lines of a particular lineweight or color. See To define style rules.

4. On the Geo Location tab, specify a coordinate system.

   AutoCAD data is not geo-referenced, so you must provide the proper coordinate system.

5. On the Source tab, specify how to drape the data and whether to convert closed polylines to polygons.

   You will generally get better results if you select Convert Closed Polylines to Polygons.

6. You can optionally add a tooltip. For more information, see Create Tooltips During Data Import.